May the best baker win

Homemade apple pie recipes wanted for statewide contest

This fall, New York Apple Association ( NYAA) launched its first Apple Recipe Contest for apple lovers from across the state during the peak of the season. New Yorkers are encouraged to enter a homemade recipe for a chance to win a three-day autumn excursion to the Hudson Valley. The only rule is that the recipe must feature New Yorkgrown apples, either purchased from a local grower or hand-picked at a neighborhood orchard.

“This season, we’re experiencing an abundant apple harvest,” said NYAA President CynthiaHaskins. “New Yorkers love knowing the best apples are grown right here in our own backyard, so we’re excited to host this competition among fellow apple lovers to find some of the best homemade recipes. We want to see all things apples, frompies and breads to soups and quiches to applesauce and apple-inspired entrées. If your recipe is made fromour state’s homegrown apples, we hope that you’ll share it.”

To enter, contestants must upload a photo of their homemade recipe that includes New York apples, with a brief description of the recipe. Entries must be submitted by Oct. 25 at noon. Consumers can purchase their apples at local farmers markets or hand-pick their own at neighborhood orchards and farms. In addition to the one grand-prize winner, four runners-up will also be selected to win an apple gift box. The five selected winners will be required to share the details of their recipes, including ingredients and directions, with the New York Apple Association.

“There are multiple varieties to choose from right here in New York,” Haskins said. “Because of our ideal growing conditions — from the soil, terrain and climate — New York apples are among the most flavorful.”